Crystal Creek Rainforest Retreat is in the rainforest hinterland of Northern New South Wales
Just south of the NSW/Queensland border the Retreat is secluded in the rainforest where the Tweed Valley ends, and the mountains begin. The 250-acre private estate is protected on three sides by the world heritage-listed Numinbah Nature Reserve and Springbrook National Park at 201 Booka Road, Upper Crystal Creek via Murwillumbah.
Fly into Gold Coast Airport
The Gold Coast Airport now hosts flights from 20 Australian urban and regional locations, and six internationals.
In Australia, adding to Qantas, Virgin and Jetstar are now the award-winning services of Rex Airlines from Melbourne and Sydney, and the new Bonza flights direct from numerous regional centres.
Your luxury escape can begin at the airport, our Private Driver service will greet you, assist with your luggage, and ensure your relaxed arrival at the retreat. We are located a pleasant 50-minute country drive from the airport. Our driver can also pick you up from another location to suit your itinerary.
If you prefer to self-drive, choose a rental car from Avis, Hertz, Budget, Sixt or Europcar.
Driving distances
From | Distance | Drive time |
---|---|---|
Murwillumbah | 19km | 20 min |
Brisbane via Nerang > Chillingham > Numinbah | 132km | 140 min |
Brisbane via Murwillumbah – Pacific Motorway | 150km | 135 min |
Gold Coast Airport in Coolangatta | 51.5km | 50 min |
Ballina Airport | 96km | 110 min |
Byron Bay | 71km | 70 min |
Accessing the Retreat during very wet weather
The Retreat is easily accessible by any standard vehicle however our entry does feature some shallow creek crossings, these are generally not adversely affected by rainfall.
Our access is only occasionally impacted by heavy rain and then only for a very short time. In these instances, we will be in communication with our guests and advise our temporary access arrangements. Please call ahead at any time to discuss any rainfall access concerns.